The Cambridge Energy Alliance and the Sustainable Business Leadership Program hosted a Green Your Business Affair on November 9th to help local commercial entities learn about energy efficiency and sustainability programs. Over forty businesses came out and mingled with other interested green leaders.  The event brought together representatives from the efficiency, renewable energy, nonprofit, design, and retail sectors. The Cambridge Energy Alliance, the Sustainable Leadership Program, Prism Consulting, and Mass Energy Consumers Alliance shared information on ways businesses can become more sustainable and save money at the same time.

The event was held at Greenward , a small, locally-owned eco-boutique in Cambridge, MA, run by the husband-and-wife team of Scott Walker and Simone Alpen. Locally brewed beer was be provided by the Cambridge Brewing Company, pizza was donated by Stone Hearth Pizza, and organic fair-trade chocolate from Theo. Nothing went to waste, as Vegware donated all the cups, plates, napkins, and cutlery. The Sustainable Business Leadership Program also offered free, “The Busy Business Owner’s Guide to Sustainable Business Practices” publications at the event.

The Cambridge Energy Alliance and the Sustainable Leadership Program aims to host similar events in the future. Suggestions for future locations or venues are welcome. What better way to get your business in shape, than trimming the energy and resource waste in your company—so get connected today!